Mike Hall 2017

We welcome Mike Hall, head of Jazz Studies at the RNCM in Manchester, for a two day jazz improvisation workshop. This course is open to beginner, intermediate and advanced improvisers. No matter your current level we here at JazzSmart are convinced that Mike’s structured and well thought out approach to improvising will allow you to break free from your constraints to improvise more freely than before. Perfect for people who would like to improvise but haven’t had the courage before to do so. Mike will have you on the road to improvising and enjoying jazz as a participant rather than a spectator.

April 29th/30th 2017 Workshop (SOLD OUT) – Based again at Durlston Court School on the Dorset / Hampshire border, with excellent facilities in a purpose built music block, the weekend is a must if you enjoy playing the Saxophone and want to improve your Saxophone, jazz phrasing and improvisation skills further. Priced competitively at £135 for two days including a hot lunch, hot and cold refreshments. We cater for needs such as vegetarian, gluten intolerance etc.

July 15th/16th 2017 Workshop (PLACES AVAILABLE) – Something new for 2017, in partnership with the University of Chichester, Mike’s second JazzSmart workshop will be at the University of Chichester in West Sussex. Fantastic facilities in the recently renovated music block, this workshop is for you if you want to improve your jazz playing regardless of level! Price: £120 for two days.

A note from Nick Reynolds, M.Phil, SFHEA, Head of Jazz at the University of Chichester; “We are very pleased to welcome Mike Hall (head of Jazz Studies at the RNCM in Manchester) to the University of Chichester music department who will be conducting an exciting and stimulating workshop for jazz musicians of all levels. This will also be a fantastic opportunity for some of our jazz BMus students at the University of Chichester who will be helping as part of the rhythm section.“.

For our Chichester workshop, we can offer single bed accommodation at an additional cost. The University have accommodation available for £100 for two nights including breakfast (Friday and Saturday night). It will either be on the main campus or within the town centre itself at their Stockbridge Halls. Please contact us if you have further questions about this, and it can be booked via ticketsource.

For both workshops we hope to organise a Jam Session locally on the Saturday night, all welcome (free). Venue to be announced.

We have now set it up for you to be able to book easier than ever before. Book via ticketsource fast and secure. Alternatively if you have any questions on the suitability of this course for you we will be happy to help. Contact at info@jazzsmart.com or by calling 07708 091675 and we will be happy to discuss your needs further.